rococo — An ornate decorative style of art and architecture characterized by elaborate ornamentation, pastel colors, and asymmetrical designs
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: An ornate decorative style of art and architecture characterized by elaborate ornamentation, pastel colors, and asymmetrical designs
Pronunciation (IPA): /rəˈkoʊkoʊ/
Korean meaning: 정교한 장식과 파스텔 색조, 비대칭적 디자인이 특징인 화려한 예술·건축 양식
Korean pronunciation: 러**코**코
Example Sentences
- The rococo mansion was so decorated that even the toilet paper holder had golden cherubs on it.
- Art historians debate whether the rococo movement was brilliant artistry or just really expensive showing off.
- The museum's rococo gallery featured paintings with more gold leaf than a luxury restaurant's dessert menu.
rococo
NOUN//rəˈkoʊkoʊ//
An ornate decorative style of art and architecture characterized by elaborate ornamentation, pastel colors, and asymmetrical designs

a skilled artisan carefully paints delicate floral patterns with gold leaf onto an already ornately decorated wall panel. Her brush adds swirling, asymmetrical designs in soft pink and cream colors around existing elaborate moldings. The intricate work transforms the wall into an even more lavishly decorated masterpiece with curved lines and shell motifs. Layers of decorative elements create an overwhelmingly ornate surface with no plain areas remaining. A well-dressed patron observes approvingly while pointing to the excessive but beautiful ornamentation. Other craftsmen work on similarly elaborate ceiling details with pastel-colored decorative elements. an ornate decorative style characterized by elaborate ornamentation, pastel colors, and asymmetrical designs
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Origin
From French 'rocaille' meaning 'shell-work' or 'pebble-work', referring to the decorative garden ornaments made from shells and stones that were popular in 18th-century France. The term was later applied to the ornate, decorative art style of the same period.
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“The rococo mansion was so decorated that even the toilet paper holder had golden cherubs on it.”
“Art historians debate whether the rococo movement was brilliant artistry or just really expensive showing off.”
“The museum's rococo gallery featured paintings with more gold leaf than a luxury restaurant's dessert menu.”
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